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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 5h

Today is your LAST CHANCE to tell us what happened when your hospital discharge didn't go well, or took longer than it needed to. By sharing, you help us to highlight what would make hospital discharge better. Tell us your story via the link below. bit.ly/4qolIyr

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

New figures show NHS dental teams delivered more treatment across England last year. But what does this really mean for people's access to care? Our new blog reveals more: bit.ly/4hysk9m

What lies behind the latest stats on NHS dental care?

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Just one week left to share your experience of hospital discharge. If you left hospital in the last 12 months, we want to learn what happened – and what could have gone better. Take our survey to tell us more: bit.ly/4qolIyr

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Did you miss our blog on how people choose to contact their GP surgery? Learn about what affects people's preferences: bit.ly/3Vgfmpw

What affects the way people choose to contact their GP?

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Happy FrEYEday! Looking after your eyes is important. Stay hydrated, get quality sleep, spend time outdoors, remove eye make-up, relax with a warm compress, ensure good eye hygiene. #VisionMatters #EyeWeek

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Did you feel ready to be discharged from the hospital? If you left hospital in the last 12 months, we want to learn what happened – and what could have gone better. Take our survey to tell us more. www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/hwehospital…

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Dementia will affect one in two of us – either by developing it or caring for someone we love. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Dementia UK is reminding everyone affected by dementia about how they can get support. Visit their website to learn more. bit.ly/4xEOfSi

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Top half has text in dark pink, We're here every day.
Bottom half has text in light pink, Because dementia never takes a day off.

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Our new research shows people are still facing barriers to contacting GPs. Some said their GP practice doesn’t offer phone contact, while others weren’t aware they could use the NHS App. Read our calls to action to make GP access better bit.ly/4iBzMD8

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Improving access to GP primary care is a key part of the Government’s 2025 NHS 10 Year Health Plan. But how satisfied are people with contacting their GP and what factors shape the choices they make when seeking care? Find out in our new blog bit.ly/4iBzMD8

25% of people said that their GP practice did not offer alternative contact methods.

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Earlier this year, we analysed the mental health care experiences of children, young people and their families. We need better joined-up working across the NHS, schools, care and the voluntary sector to address key issues in this vital service. bit.ly/4vfhFWM

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

It's Organ Donation Week! This week, learn more about organ donation and how to register as a donor. Visit NHS Blood and Transport's website to learn more. www.organdonation.nhs.uk

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Today is #WorldPatientSafetyDay. The World Health Organization (WHO) is proposing a set of goals to improve care for people living with noncommunicable diseases, which are responsible for roughly 74% of all deaths globally. Find out more bit.ly/4iYccAq

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Responding to the Thirlwall Inquiry report, our acting Chief Executive reiterated our long-held position of the need for an open and responsive NHS culture across all services, not just in pockets of the country. www.healthwatch.co.uk/response/2026…

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Was the right support in place when you left hospital? If you've stayed in hospital overnight in the last 12 months, we want to know what it was like when you were discharged. Tell us more by clicking on the link below. www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/hwehospital…

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Are you a carer? Do you look after someone who had a bad hospital discharge in the last year? We want to learn more about what happened. Share your story by clicking on the link below. www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/hwehospital…

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

The National Commission for AI Regulation has published its recommendations on how AI should be used in the NHS. We urge the government to adopt these safeguards and involve patient bodies in the final decisions on the protections needed. Read our response bit.ly/4gYQhqb

Text is on the navy blue background. It says: "Our research shows the public will only trust the use of AI in the NHS if there is transparency about how and when it’s used in their care."

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

How has delayed hospital discharge affected you? We want to learn more, so we can help people get the support they need to continue their recovery at home. Take our survey to tell us about your experience: bit.ly/4qolIyr

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

The Bank Holiday on Monday 31 August means some services in your area might not operate as normal. Our advice article tells you what help is available out of hours: bit.ly/4edWajH

Need support this Bank Holiday Monday? Check out our advice on getting out-of-hours help.

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Did you feel ready to leave hospital when the time came? If you were discharged from hospital in the past year, we want to learn about your experience. Share your story: bit.ly/4qolIyr

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

NHS 111 could play a big role in moving care "from hospital to community". What works about the service and what could be better? Read what people told us: bit.ly/3SDbPAB

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

A new report from Healthwatch Rotherham found that some patients are struggling to use an AI GP receptionist because it doesn’t understand Yorkshire accents, regional speech patterns or speech impediments. Read more @BBC bbc.in/4xcGsMl #AI #NHS

bbc.co.uk

Rotherham patients say AI GP receptionist can't understand them

Healthwatch says the EMMA system can't understand some patients in Rotherham.

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

We're researching people's experiences of hospital discharge. Could you help us? Take our survey or share with your networks. bit.ly/4qolIyr

What are people's experiences of hospital discharge?

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

The world of health and social care services can be confusing – so we keep our advice simple and straightforward. Check out our advice articles. www.healthwatch.co.uk/advice-and-in…

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Unsure what to expect from your healthcare? Healthwatch is here for you. Chat to your friendly local team today for straightforward information and advice. www.healthwatch.co.uk/your-local-he…

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Have you recently had a healthcare experience you’d like to share? Whether it was positive or challenging, we’d love to hear from you. Your story can help improve care for you, your loved ones and others in the community. Share your experience: www.healthwatch.co.uk/have-your-say

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Autistic people's care will only improve if their experiences are listened to. We unpack four key things autistic people told us they want from health services, and what providers can do to improve care. www.healthwatch.co.uk/blog/2026-07-…

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Are you under 25? You can now get your free MenB vaccine. Find out if you're eligible and how to get vaccinated: www.nhs.uk/book-menb

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

We welcome the Prime Minister's decision to accelerate the Casey Commission on social care and relaunch cross-party talks, announced today. Read our full response #socialcare www.healthwatch.co.uk/response/2026…

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Are you getting ready to take a holiday abroad? Make sure you have all the latest health information to help you stay safe on your trip. travelhealthpro.org.uk

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

This Disability Pride Month, we're highlighting some of our insight on the experiences of disabled people and their carers. Here's what parents of children with special educational needs (SEN) said about the challenges they face getting the right support: bit.ly/4fo6Zi4

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

This week we've published new research on the use of AI scribes in healthcare. AI scribes are being rolled out across services, but what do people think of them? Read our findings: bit.ly/3RDs8Nh

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

As GPs and hospitals roll out AI scribes, our research shows public trust depends on transparency and strong safeguards. What are people’s biggest concerns about AI tools in healthcare? Read our latest blog to find out: bit.ly/3RDs8Nh

How do people feel about AI scribes in healthcare?

- Just 29% would be comfortable with an AI scribe recording an appointment about mental health.

- By comparison, 48% would be happy with an AI scribe being used during a routine appointment.

- 69% would feel more comfortable if a health professional checked the accuracy of AI-generated notes.

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

The Government has announced a new Quality Strategy for NHS-funded Care in England. We welcome the strategy's focus on patient experience. We also recognise the need to ensure service providers are clear on what to prioritise. Read our full response: bit.ly/3T0V5TK

“People value being able to describe their experiences in their own words, and one story can be more powerful than a sea of stats.”

— William Pett, Healthwatch England

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Wherever you live in England, there’s a local Healthwatch ready to listen. Have you used health or social care services recently? What’s one thing you’d like to see improved in your area? Find your local Healthwatch and share your experience bit.ly/2KdaMOo

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

This #DisabilityPrideMonth, we're highlighting the need for accessible healthcare for disabled people. Everyone should be able to access healthcare in the format that works for them, regardless of their communication needs. Read our blog to learn more: bit.ly/43GGLRW

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

The latest results of the national GP Patient Survey were published today. Despite GP workforce pressures, patients continue to experience good care. But access still lags behind the quality of care patients receive. Read our response. bit.ly/3QZUC3C

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Healthwatch North Yorkshire set out to better understand women's experiences of using alcohol, and how to support them. This #AlcoholAwarenessWeek, read their report and recommendations. bit.ly/4p698TV

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

If you're worried about your own or someone else's drinking, this Alcohol Awareness Week, visit Alcohol Change UK to find out what support is available. #AlcoholAwarenessWeek alcoholchange.org.uk

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Speaking at Patient Partnership Week, Will Pett, Interim Director of Policy and External Affairs, says that if the NHS doesn’t get the basics right, people won’t get the care they need. The NHS needs to design services around people facing the greatest barriers to care. #PPW2026

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Find out what can be done to make hospital parking easier for patients and carers. www.healthwatch.co.uk/blog/2026-06-…

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Expensive parking and lack of availability can make it hard for people to attend hospital appointments. Find out what people told us about their experiences of using hospital car parks. www.healthwatch.co.uk/blog/2026-06-…

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Did you miss our new insight on mental health care for children and young people? With reports this week that referrals to children and young people's mental health services are rising, it's vital to get this right. Catch up here: bit.ly/4vfhFWM

When it comes to children and young people, are we getting mental health care right?

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Join @patients-association.org.uk this Friday 3 July for a FREE webinar on the barriers people face to timely healthcare. Speakers include our Interim Director of Policy and External Affairs Will Pett. Grab your free place: bit.ly/4w9zfLR

Want to learn more about barriers to treatment?

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Millions of people provide unpaid care across England. We asked carers to tell us about the challenges they face. What are the four biggest issues they're raising about health and social care? Read our latest insight blog to find out bit.ly/43ZpDYf #carers

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Our thoughts are with the families whose experiences have shaped the Ockenden report on maternity services at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. There must now be a sea change in how inquiry recommendations are implemented bit.ly/4f1MlVO #OckendenReview

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

It’s possible to enjoy the sunshine with a newborn or baby – but extra care is needed in hot weather. Take a look at below top tips for keeping your baby cool and safe in the heat. Via @NCT bit.ly/4eYPYvM #heatwave

Tips how to keep your baby cool

Tips to keep a baby cool and safe

Stay in the shade where possible

Keep babies well hydrated with regular feeds

Dress them in lightweight clothing
and a sun hat

Never leave a baby in a parked car

Check regularly for signs of overheating

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Whether you need information about NHS services or support with finding the right care your local Healthwatch is here to help. Find your local Healthwatch and get the information you need to make informed decisions about your care. bit.ly/2KdaMOo #Healthwatch

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